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Is it possible to wash painted walls?

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  • 07-05-2014 7:42pm
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    gg2
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    My OH has just moved into a new place. Its nice but there are some stains on the walls that I am itching to clean off. Is it possible to wash painted walls without marking them?


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    Dark sun
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    gg2 wrote: »
    My OH has just moved into a new place. Its nice but there are some stains on the walls that I am itching to clean off. Is it possible to wash painted walls without marking them?


    Depends on what paint is on the walls, a lot of paints are washable esp kitchen paint, if it's a Matt paint don't think it can be washed, best thing would be to but a litre and give it a coat will freshen it up.


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    CarrickMcJoe
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    Yes, if its Washable Matt, soft sheen or vinyl silk. Basically if the walls look slightly shiny you are good to go. Ordinary matt wont wash.


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    gg2
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    Pretty sure its ordinary matt......


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    nearzero
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    Depends on the 'ordinary matt' - some really good brands like Colortrend are washable even if it is just a matt finish. I think Dulux do one called Diamond Matt aswell that is washable. There are usually more expensive for that reason - cause they are more durable & stand up to being washed.

    Test a bit of washing somewhere where you arent going to notice - because if its not a washable paint, the paint will come off when you wash it!


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    gg2
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    Brilliant thanks! Will give that a go!
    I doubt its an expensive paint though-it being a rental house I'd guess its just basic stuff.
    We are contemplating painting it ourselves, if it was washable it would be so much handier!


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